"Not only is she able to advise on complex matters, she is able to explain them in a way that is easy to understand."
Chambers and Partners 2023"I wanted to say a big Thankyou to Claire Schneck & Sandy Hills who have helped me through my divorce. They have given advice, & support throughout & whenever I needed clarification they responded straight away which was very reassuring at such a difficult time. They have helped me to get to a new place in my life for which I am very grateful."
Client 2023"Claire is very professional and has a wealth of knowledge"
Chambers and Partners 2023"Claire is an outstanding solicitor; she provides clear, expert and pragmatic advice."
Chambers and Partners 2023"Claire was excellent in every way...she was very clear and sympathetic and dealt with every aspect of the case (including a time when my ex was representing herself and getting quite wayward) in a very prompt, efficient and highly professional way. I couldn’t be happier with Claire’s work, her approach and the results (a court order and swift sale of the property) and her professionalism. Can highly recommend CWJ - Claire is very thorough and knowledgeable."
Client 2024"I have suffered very difficult divorce proceedings lasting 2 years, financial resolution and child matters.
I cannot praise the service I received enough, fast to respond, very knowledgable, quality advice and very approachable.
Even in the darkest moments, I always felt relieved and confident once I had spoken to Claire."
Client 2023"At the helm of the family law practice at Clarkson Wright & Jakes is Claire Schneck. Claire has distinguished herself in handling complex divorce cases involving inheritance matters and pensions. She equally excels in handling proceedings under the Children Act."
Business Today - Top 10 Pioneering Family Lawyers Transforming Matrimonial Law in Kent 2023"Thank you so much for the way you have dealt with us through this excruciating painful experience. Your compassionate assistance has been reassuring to say the least even when there have been times that you have told us things we didn’t want to hear. We have always known your advice to be truthful and in our best interests."
Client testiomnial"I would like to take this opportunity, Claire, to thank you for your fantastic work and approach in dealing with me and you have made the whole experience a lot easier to bare and I will definitely be recommending your services."
Client testiomnial"Many thanks for all of the work and advice given to my daughter over the last few months. It made a world of difference to her and paved the way for her to understand what she was setting out to do. Many thanks for your work and expertise."
Client testiomnial"Thanks for your help and advice over the past year. You and your team have been very friendly and efficient, it has certainly helped make a difficult time a bit easier. I will let you know should I need any assistance in the future. Kind regards."
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Claire Schneck
Claire has been the head of the Family department since 2008. She graduated from the University of Westminster with a 2:1 LLB Honours degree and a distinction on the legal practice course. She qualified as a solicitor in 2000 working in the Family department, becoming a partner in 2005.
Claire is named in the Chambers Directory 2025 (a leading guide to the UK legal profession) as a leading individual in Kent for Family law. She is a past president of the Bromley & District Law Society and is registered on the Law Society Press List as an expert in family law. Claire has been referred to as a 'Noteworthy Individual' in the prestigious Legal 500 and has written an article for the Family Law Journal. Claire also appeared live on Channel 4 News, BBC News 24, Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Kent and Legal TV to discuss the issues surrounding cohabitants rights and other family law issues. She regularly writes articles for local publications and has previously contributed to a monthly Family Law page for Woman magazine.
Claire has been listed by Business Today in the Top 10 pioneering family lawyers transforming matrimonial law in Kent 2023.
In her spare time, Claire enjoys travel, live music and spending time with her family.
Expertise
- Divorce
- Financial claims
- Matters relating to children
- Cohabitee disputes
- Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act (TOLATA)
Highlights
In the landmark case of Oxley v Hiscock in 2004, Claire acted for Elayne Oxley, the cohabitee who was awarded 40% of the house she had shared with her partner despite having paid only 22% of its original purchase price and never having contributed to the mortgage repayments. The case clarified the legal position that once a beneficial interest has been established, the Court may award whatever it considers to be a fair share of the property to each party, taking into account the whole course of dealings between the parties. This led to Claire appearing on a live debate for Channel 4 News and being quoted in several national publications..
Claim to fame
"Appeared on Channel 4 News for a live debate with a Barrister to discuss the rights of cohabitees."